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Originally Posted by why?
They do a tailpipe test. Mass is evil. They even rev the engine up etc, it is all awful. Plus they attach the computer to the car and are vile horrible things. It is best just to run and move somewhere without an income tax or a car inspection.
The best thing to do is find an independent mechanic that you like that does the testing and just grow a relationship. That way if they like you they will look the other way if they can, and honestly tell you when they cannot. There are lots of good people that happen to do tests. There are also lots of assholes that don't give a shit that are using broken outdated decades old equipment that want to fail you.
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This is not true. There has not been tailpipe testing in MA for more than 10 years. They scan for OBD2 codes (check engine light) and that's it for emissions.